Social pressures and other common triggers are abundant during the summer months of warmth and relaxation. Many outdoor gatherings in the summertime commonly have alcohol present, which can be a trigger for those in active recovery. Luckily, many of the popular drinks found at bars and restaurants can be recreated in the comfort of your own home using a few ingredients and a bit of improvising.
The recipes below have ingredients that can help rebuild your health after the stress of the detoxification process; most contain fruits and herbs high in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals so you and your loved ones can enjoy guilt-free and alcohol-free delights all summer long!
Give these 5 mocktail recipes a try:
Mango Meyer Lemon Margarita. No summer vacation has truly started without a frozen, slushy-type drink in your hand. Luckily, with this fruity and vitamin-C-packed margarita recipe, you and your loved ones can bask in the sunshine guilt-free. No alcohol is needed to enjoy the refreshing tropical flavor of this frozen beverage. Try swapping the mango for frozen pineapple for another flavor option!
Strawberry Orange Ginger Fizz. This bubbly alcohol-free beverage will excite the palate with its bright and zippy flavor profile. Ginger, which gives this drink a nice kick, may be beneficial for those experiencing digestive problems, such as diarrhea and lack of appetite. Many in recovery find relief in consuming ginger regularly through tea or in simple mocktails like this recipe.
Raspberry Lemonade Mojito. There are so many ways to enjoy a mojito without alcohol. Fresh mint and either fresh or frozen fruit work best for this recipe. You can get creative with what is in your freezer or try and source locally for fruit you enjoy. Mint also may provide some digestive support and help ease an upset stomach. Try out other flavor combinations like peach or mango lemonade, too!
Grapefruit Kombucha Agua Fresca. Kombucha is a fermented tea-based beverage, filled with beneficial pre- and probiotics that are nourishing for the digestive system. Many find that regularly consuming fermented products or probiotics in general may help relieve gastrointestinal pains, bloating, excess gas, and diarrhea. This alcohol-free beverage is a great way to support both your gut health and your sobriety goals!
The Virgin Mary. Many prefer something more savory than sweet while enjoying brunch during the summertime, and what better pairing than a virgin mary! Packed with spices like horseradish and ginger, zest from lemons and hot sauce, and sweetness from the tomatoes, this drink has it all. Not to mention it is also loaded with vitamins and minerals. The alcohol-free recipe allows you to customize your drink to your palate so you and your loved ones can enjoy this savory mocktail guilt-free throughout the entire summer.
